Ready to discover "Where the Surf Meets the Turf"? Check out our latest Facebook photo contest:

• A four-pack (4) of Turf Club Admission passes, plus complimentary valet parking, for Del Mar Thoroughbred Racing; or a five-pack (5) of Stretch Run Admission passes.
• Contest runs Wednesday, July 25, 12pm PST - Monday, August 6, 11:59pm PST.
  
• Passes are valid on any racing day, July 19 - September 5, 2012 (except August 26).
• Hurry and LIKE us on Facebook to win! (And don't forget to read all of the details below...)

HOW TO WIN

• How's this for summer fun? Take a photo of YOU wearing your craziest, wildest “Del Mar” hat or slick sport coat (don't worry, the photo does not have to be taken at Del Mar).
  
• Post the photo on our wall at Facebook.com/VisitThePlaceCom.
• Our top favorite SEVEN (7) winners will receive four (4) Turf Club Admission passes each, with complimentary valet parking (you MUST adhere to DRESS CODE POLICY below).
• Our favorite FIVE (5) runners-up will receive five (5) Stretch Run Admission passes each.
• Contest runs Wednesday, July 25 - Monday, August 6, 2012. Winners will be announced on Tuesday, August 7, 2012.
• We'll communicate via Facebook and email to verify addresses and mail passes directly following the announcement.
  
  

TURF CLUB DRESS CODE POLICY
If you win passes for Del Mar Turf Club, you MUST adhere to the following dress code policy:

• WOMEN (including children): Suits or daytime dresses are preferred. Slacks may be worn with tailored jackets. Please NO jeans, denim, shorts, T-shirts, athletic shoes, or abbreviated attire. 
• MEN (including children): Suit and tie or sport jacket must be worn at all times. A sport shirt, with a jacket, may be worn, provided that the shirt is buttoned to the top button below the collar. Please NO turtleneck or polo style shirts, sweaters, T-shirts, short-sleeved jackets, windbreakers, jeans or denim pants, shorts, or athletic shoes.
  

DEL MAR SCENE
Now into its 75th season, this seaside oval has hosted fans across the generations. Del Mar attracts Hollywood elite, sports celebrities, and all who seek to enjoy this classic Southern California tradition.

Take a peek at our video from last year's season... we had a blast:

HORSE RACING
Thoroughbred racing occurs Wednesdays through Sundays. The first Post is 2pm; Friday Post is 4pm. For Photo Finish viewing, we recommend finding a trackside place early. Races run twice an hour.

2012 DEL MAR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Celebrating 75 years of summer racing and entertainment this year, the iconic track will host more concerts than ever before.

FREE weekend concerts begin after the races.

Admission is free with race admission, or $20 after the last race. Concerts take place in the brand new Seaside Stage with improved access to refreshments, and ocean and stage views.

• Jul 20: Wavves
• Jul 27: Dashboard Confessional
• Jul 29: Tucanes de Tijuana
• Aug 3: Steel Pulse
• Aug 4: Cake
• Aug 10: The Offspring
• Aug 17: Michael Franti & Spearhead
• Aug 18: Ben Harper
• Aug 24: Jimmy Cliff
• Aug 31: Ozomatli
• Sep 1: Reggae Festival with Ziggy Marley

Weekend Events and Festivals at Del Mar (more to come):

• Jul 22: Family Fun Day
• Jul 27: Miss Cougar Del Mar Contest
• Jul 28: Gourmet Food Truck Festival
• Aug 1: Reggae and Beer Festival
• Sep 3: Weiner Dog Nationals
  
  

For more Del Mar information and events, visit delmarscene.com or call 858-755-1141. Del Mar is located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. You can follow Del Mar on Twitter @DelMarRacing or become a fan on Facebook at Facebook.com/DelMarRaces. VIP Admission allows exclusive access to The Turf Club. Please dress accordingly with race etiquette.

Are you ready for the 75th season of world-class entertainment at Del Mar? Then "take a plane, take a train, take a car…” as Bing Crosby crooned in his famous rendition of Where the Turf Meets the Surf.

* You are limited to one win per raffle. If you win this raffle, you are still eligible to enter (and win!) future raffles on
 The Place Community.
 **Due to the enormous response our raffles have been receiving, please allow 1 - 2 weeks for processing and an additional 1 - 2 weeks for delivery of your winnings. We promise to take care of all of our faithful followers as quickly as we can. If you do not reply to our initial contact message in a timely manner, we cannot ensure that you will receive your winnings. We offer no replacements or exchanges, and the winnings are non-transferable. We are not responsible for winnings lost in transit.

© Photos courtesy Del Mar